For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 157 students in 62875, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62875, IL are Patoka Jr High School and Patoka Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62875 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62875, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62875, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patoka Jr High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1220 Kinoka Rd
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5200
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Patoka Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1220 Kinoka Rd
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5200
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62875, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62875, IL include Patoka Jr High School and Patoka Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62875?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62875.
What is the racial composition of students in 62875?
62875 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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